M&A Legal Intern

Overview

A leading music and entertainment company established in 2015 is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Intern to join its M&A Legal Group. This part-time, fully remote internship offers hands-on experience in music-related transactions and corporate legal work, focusing on acquisitions, intellectual property, and corporate compliance, particularly music catalog acquisitions. The internship is designed for current graduate students for the Fall 2026 term.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and reviewing asset purchase agreements, letters of direction, and other transactional documents
• Conduct legal research and due diligence on potential acquisition targets
• Support preparation and submission of copyright registrations with the U.S. Copyright Office
• Aid in managing and maintaining corporate organizational documents and ensuring compliance (e.g., filings, entity records, debt compliance)
• Review and revise non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with prospective partners and counterparties
• Organize and track deal documents and legal correspondence
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and A&R teams on transaction-related tasks
• Provide administrative support for ongoing legal projects as assigned by senior legal staff
• Opportunity to support additional tasks based on interest and availability

Qualifications

• Strong interest in M&A, intellectual property, and the music/media industry
• Excellent legal writing, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative mindset
• Prior experience in transactional, corporate, or entertainment law, including internships, is a plus

Program Details

• Start Date: Fall 2026 Term
• Length: 3-4 months
• Schedule: 15-20 hours per week
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Fair Chance Policy

In accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered. Candidates are evaluated based on qualifications and the nature of the offense in relation to the job.